MODEL S-311+I ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE MACHINE INDEXER PARTS MACHINE SERIAL No. PART NUMBER 97. 1930.0.001 AMF is trademark of AMF Group, Inc.
S-311+I TABLE OF CONTENTS A1. 2. 3. INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................................1-1 I GENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................................... 1-1 I SAFETY LABELS AND EQUIPMENT DEVICE ........................................................................ 1-2 I SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................
S-311+I A - INTRODUCTION 1. GENERAL INFORMATION The electronic eylet buttonhole machine with Indexer enables automatic sewing of buttonholes which can be specified in number and distance between them. Typ stehu, odkaz na modely Models of S-311 Indexer machine: a) AF ST JT This model is designed to be used for sewing single thread chain stitch buttonholes on ready-tailored jacket sleeves.
S-311+I A - INTRODUCTION 2. SAFETY LABELS AND EQUIPMENT For detailed description, see S-311 (section A, chapter 2, pages 1-2, 1-3). Indexer 1-2 I Revised 03/2007 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.
S-311+I A - INTRODUCTION 3. SPECIFICATIONS S-311+I Machine models Application Stitch Type Number of Buttonholes Distance between Buttonholes CT 16 - 20 mm DT JT AF ST JT Jacket Sleeve Single chainstitch CT 16 - 20 mm DT JS CT 20 - 24 mm DT JS Jeans Fly Front Double chainstitch with or without gimp 1 - 6 buttonhole A B C D 8 - 160 mm Distance from Fabric Edge (horizontal) 31 mm Distance from Fabric Edge (vertical) 9 - 19 mm Max.
S-311+I B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY S-311+I AF - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM CONNECTION J4B Í J4A A J1 B J1 B J6 Ï Ê J6A J2A J2B Ë Î 6 J5B J3A Ì J3B J5A J1 0B 2 J9B J1 0B 1 J0A Ò Ó J0A 9 5 10 3 2 1 4 J0A 4 bar 6 bar Ê clamp feet up/down Ë clamp feet spreading Ì upper thread draw-off Í upper thread trimming Î Ò thread nipper Ï cutting Tubes identification J X X X 1-4 I J0A J8A1 Ñ Ñ suction Ó indexer air distribution 0, 1, 2 — X => distribution from a regulator 0, 1, 2 — X pneumatic cylinder identi
S-311+I B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY S-311+I CT - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM CONNECTION J4B Í J4A B J6 A J1 B J1 Ï Ê J6A J2A J2B Ë Î 6 J3A Ì J5B J3B J5A J1 0B 1 J9B J1 0B 2 J0 A Ò Ó J0 A 9 5 10 3 2 1 4 7 J0A 4 bar J7B 6 bar Ð J0A Ê clamp feet up/down Ë clamp feet spreading Ì upper thread draw-off Í upper thread trimming Î Ò thread nipper Ï cutting Tubes identification J X X X Ñ J8A1 Ð bottom thread trimming CT Ñ suction Ó indexer air distribution 0, 1, 2 — X => distribution from a regulator 0, 1,
S-311+I C - PROPER USAGE 1. SETTING MACHINE INTO HOME POSITION TO START SEWING 1.1. Turn the switch clockwise to the position I to switch it on. 1.2. The display is activated and illuminated. The screen Ï displaying information of the manufacturer and numbers of programs uploaded in the machine appears. Wait until the main screen Ì appears on the display. 1.3. If E01 error message is shown in the box Í on the display (the machine is not in the home Î.
S-311+I C - PROPER USAGE 2. THREADING Threads are threaded as shown in the pictures below. For easy threading use threading devic Ê from the machine accessory. Threading device Ë can be ordered separately (order number 12.0008.6.200). Thread tension can be adjusted with nuts Ì, Í according to sewing conditions as needed. 2.1. Upper thread threading RDE Í Ì Ë Ê Revised 03/2007 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.
S-311+I C - PROPER USAGE 2.2. Lower thread threading — can be done after tilting the back cover Ê and lifting the machine arm Ë. Ê Ë spodní nit AF, LTT RDE CT 1-8 I Revised 03/2007 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.
S-311+I C - PROPER USAGE 2.3. Threading the machine S-311 CT+I If you thread lower thread or gimp for the first time, it is necessary to dismantle the Indexer. a) Loose screws and remove safety covers Ê. b) Disconnect air pipes from cylinders. c) Loose screws Ë of the right side feet holder and take it out. d) Hold the device Ì and pull it to the left to take it out. e) Remove the clamp plates Í and thread lower thread or gimp. f) Mount the mechanism back into the machine.
S-311+I C - PROPER USAGE 2.4. Gimp threading The appearance and quality of the buttonhole may be affected by one or more of the following: - stitch density ( number of stitches in the first - cutting space and the second row of stitches) - tension of upper and lower thread - number of stitches in the eye - type of thread (size, etc.) - amount of fabric spread - needle bite - sewn material (thickness, density) 1-10 I Revised 03/2007 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.
S-311+I D - MACHINE FUNCTIONS CONTROLS 1. SEWING A BUTTONHOLE 1.1. Set the machine into the home position as in section C1 of this chapter. Before starting sewing, let the machine warm up in this condition for about 3 minutes. 1.2. Check, if threads are correctly threaded as indicated in section C3, and place the work piece under the machine clamps. Correct placement of the buttonhole on the work piece will facilitate front stopper Ê and side stopper Ë that have adjustable lenghts. 1.3.
S-311+I D - MACHINE FUNCTIONS CONTROLS 2. SETTING UP THE INDEXER DISPLAY Button for setting up the code S-311 Main display Password: 1 2 3 Back to main display Button for machine version selection Enter code and confirm by pressing button Back to main display Back to previous display Back to main display Indexer main display 1-12 I Revised 03/2007 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.
S-311+I D - MACHINE FUNCTIONS CONTROLS 3. INDEXER SCREEN DESCRIPTION Display reports: - standard - Ready, Busy - Errors - Start by letter E, check troubleshooting Buttonhole daily counter Button for easy threading Additional accessories Machine version setting and additional accessories. Active after setting code only, page.
S-311+I D - MACHINE FUNCTIONS CONTROLS 4. BUTTONHOLE TYPE SETTING Indexer main display Back on main display Cycle mode button Confirm by pressing button Confirm by pressing button Button for setting number for cycle mode Number of programmed buttonhole option Back to main display We can set type of other buttonholes in cycle mode with the same process. Back to main display 1-14 I Indexer main display Revised 03/2007 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.
S-311+I D - MACHINE FUNCTIONS CONTROLS 5. CHANGE OF BUTTONHOLE PARAMETERS SETTING Indexer main display Back on main display Buttonhole shape setting according to 1-29, 1-30, 1-31 section D After parameters change press button to switch back to main display. Indexer main display - with cutting - without cutting Buttonhole cutting indication 6.
S-311+I D - MACHINE FUNCTIONS CONTROLS 7. INDEXER ERROR REPORTS Indexer main display If we see on display error message press button for display detailed information about trouble and its removing. Back to main display After parameters change press button to switch to main display. For detailed trouble description and its removing see the troubleshooting section. 1-16 I Revised 03/2007 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.
S-311+I E - STANDARD INDEXER ADJUSTMENT 1. SETTING UP THE HEIGHT OF CLAMPING FEET In order for the Indexer to function correctly, it is important to set up correct height of Indexer clamping feet above the desktop. 1.1. Loose clamp holders screws Ê on the left and right side of the Indexer. 1.2. Set up a gap of 0,5 - 0,7 mm between feet and desktop (feeler gauge can be used). 1.3. Verify the setting by pressing the button . The device must move freely without stopping. 1.4.
S-311+I E - STANDARD INDEXER ADJUSTMENT 2. SETTING UP MINIMAL PLAY BETWEEN INDEXER FEET AND CLAMPING MAT It is important to set up the minimal play between Indexer feet Ê and clamping mat Ë correctly so that the spreading mechanism on the sewing head operates correctly. It is necessary to hold the minimal play. 2.1. Check, whether the play on the machine is set onto 2mm in both positions of the Indexer. Use this display buttons to make a move. Ë 2.2.
S-311+I E - STANDARD INDEXER ADJUSTMENT 3. SETTING UP THE DISTANCE BETWEEN CLAMPING FEET Change the distance between clamping feet Ê if you want to change workpiece or number of buttonholes to be sewn. Ê 3.1. Take out screws Ë of the right holder Ì and adjust the required distance X between the Indexer clamping feet Ê and clamping mats Í of the sewing head feet. 3.1.1. The minimal distance X can be found in display pre-set parameters.
S-311+I 1-20 I Revised 03/2007 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.
S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE OF CONTENTS SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE Page SOLUTION 1. INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................... 2-2 2. FAULTS WITHOUT ERROR MESSAGES ........................................... 2-3 3. THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEM ERROR MESSAGES ............................. 2-6 4. ELECTRICAL FAULTS ............................................................................ 2-9 Revised 06/2007 e-mail: service@amfreece.
S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING Wa r n i n g ! Inspect the machine on a regular basis and use only quality parts. The manufacturer recommends using original AMF ReecePOSSIBLE parts, especially needles, loopers, spreaders, and throat plates. SYMPTOM CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION 1. INTRODUCTION The S-311 electronically displays error messages, when worn or damaged parts are detected. If machine problems occur and the error is not displayed, ensure correct needle installation and threading.
S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING 2 . FA U LT S W I T H O U T E R R O R M E S S A G E S SYMPTOM SYMPTOM Thread breakage. The machine does not sew. SERVICE POSSIBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION SECTION Thread draw-off is too tight Damaged loopers, spreaders, or throat plate. Incorrect needle and sewing mechanism adjustment. Poor thread quality. Thread holes in the needle and the looper are too small. Reduce thread tension. Replace damaged parts. Congested girders and tube in openers.
S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM SYMPTOM SERVICE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION SECTION POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION The lower thread is Big clearance between holder not caught in the and throat plate. thread retainer after sewing the buttonhole In case looper 03.5519.3.013 is assembled The thread retainer is adjusted The top thread is incorrectly. trimmed, but is held Big clearance between clamps. in the material In case looper 03.5519.4.013 is assembled Choked slot in throat plate.
S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM SYMPTOM Indexer clamp plates do not close. Clamp plates do not hold the material properly. Indexer clamps hit into clamp plate of sewing head. SERVICE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION SECTION POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION Air supply is not connected. Check air supply. Low pressure. Check air pressure (0,5 min. Bar) E1-S-311+I. Clamp plate height is not adjusted properly. Adjust clamp plate height for 19 mm. Indexer sensor screens are not adjusted properly.
S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING 3 . T H E E L E C T RO N I C S Y S T E M E R R O R M E S S AG E S If an error message appears on the display (see picture Ê), press it. The screen with a description and a correction of an error message appears on the display (see picture Ë). Ê SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION Machine is not in home position. Press button to bring the machine to the home position. E-02 Needle is not in the upper position and the marks on the handwheel and the cover are not aligned.
S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION R axis positioning error. Check R axis home sensor BQ3 and stepper motor. I axis positioning error. Check I axis home sensor BQ10, BQ11 and stepper motor. T axis positioning error. Check T axis home sensor BQ5 and stepper motor. Sewing motor error. Check the frequency inverter. Stepper motors driver error (axes X, Y, R). Check the stepper motor driver. Service mode. Press and release the Emergency stop button and press buton.
S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBABLE SOLUTION ACL-LP lapel cutting lenght parameter error. Check the lapel cutting length according to moveable support plate range of machine type ACL-LP lapel cutting parameters error. Check the lapel cutting length and position according to moveable support plate range of machine type. ACL-LPE eye cutting length parameter error.
S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM The length of the buttonhole and the length of a flybar is incorrectly set POSSIBLE CAUSE Set correct length of a buttonhole and length of a flybar - see section D3. PROBABLE SOLUTION The total can not exceed 50. 4 . E L E C T R I C A L FA U LT S SYMPTOM When switch in position I, neither the work light or the cooling fan operate After the machine is switched on, display does not light When sewing operation started, motor does not operate.
S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION When sewing operation started, air valves do not operate. The air pressure correct. Contactor KM1 damaged Replace contactor 12.0008.4.833 Incorrect function of the air valves Inadequate contact of contactor KM1,or sockets X4 Replace contactor 12.0008.4.833 Check the main power supply with socket X4 Stepping motors do not hold their position Fuse F3 failure. ((No LED light is Replace fuse PN 12.0008.4.
